Indecent Exposure

So, twice today, on two separate occasions, I saw a man sitting in a car masturbating!!?!?  YUCK! Ew, ew, ew!  This was NOT how I wanted to spend my day off!!  One on of the occasions - it was blatant intentional harassment, so I was able to get the license plate and reported it (he apparently was blatantly intentionally harassing other women in the area, according to the Chicago police).

My question - why!?!?  Ok, I get why to do said act - but in public!?!  Are they homeless?  They both had decently nice cars, so I'm guessing not.  Do they not have an appropriate place where they can do said act?  The second man seemed to be attempting to be discreet about it, but SERIOUSLY.

Now, I get it that the kind of men who do this, these exhibitionists - the first guy I came across - are pervs who are in some way getting a kick out of this - but still, I'm wondering - how?  What's the thrill?  Do they, in some way, think this is a turn on to women?  Let me tell you something - it's not.  It was in better judgment when Britney flashed the paparazzi.

(I'd insert a joke about how if you want to turn on a woman, flash your WALLET at her - although I'm afraid some people might take this the wrong way.  Oops, too late.)

Here is my advice, gentle....err, I mean, men - ALWAYS assume we DON'T want to see it.  If we happen to feel otherwise, I promise, we'll let you know.  Thank you.